Human MMP-2 ELISA Kit PicoKine®, Carrier-free

• Background:

  Type IV collagenase, 72-kD, is officially designated matrix metalloproteinase-2 (MMP2). It is also known as gelatinase, 72-kD. MMP-2 plays an essential role in angiogenesis and arteriogenesis, two processes critical to restoration of tissue perfusion after ischemia. MMP-2 expression is increased in tissue ischemia, but the responsible mechanisms remain unknown. Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) catalyze extracellular matrix degradation. Control of their activity is a promising target for therapy of diseases characterized by abnormal connective tissue turnover. MMPs are expressed as latent proenzymes that are activated by proteolytic cleavage that triggers a conformational change in the propeptide (cysteine switch). The structure of proMMP-2 reveals how the propeptide shields the catalytic cleft and that the cysteine switch may operate through cleavage of loops essential for propeptide stability. The gene is localized to 16q21 using somatic cell hybrids and in situ hybridization. The standard product used in this kit is recombinant human MMP-2, consisting of 631 amino acids with the molecular mass of 71KDa. The detected MMP-2 includes zymogen and active enzyme.

• :

  heparin

• Description:

  Human MMP-2 ELISA Kit PicoKine® (96 Tests). Quantitate Human MMP2 in cell culture supernatants, serum and plasma (heparin). Sensitivity: 10pg/ml. The brand Picokine indicates this is a premium quality ELISA kit. Each Picokine kit delivers precise quantification, high sensitivity, and excellent reproducibility. Only our most reliable and effective kits qualify as Picokine, guaranteeing top-tier results for your assays.

• Reproducibility:

  Lots	Lot 1 (pg/ml)	Lot 2 (pg/ml)	Lot 3 (pg/ml)	Lot 4 (pg/ml)	Mean (pg/ml)	Standard Deviation	CV (%)
  Sample 1	1326	1365	1368	1233	1323	54.53	4.1%
  Sample 2	3925	3610	3426	3883	3711	204.2	5.5%
  Sample 3	14099	16330	14083	16849	15340	1262.66	8.2%

  *number of samples for each test n=16.

• Synonyms:

  72 kDa type IV collagenase;3.4.24.24;72 kDa gelatinase;Gelatinase A;Matrix metalloproteinase-2;MMP-2;TBE-1;PEX;MMP2;CLG4A;

• Gene Name:

  72 kDa type IV collagenase

• Gene ID:

  4313

• UniProt:

  P08253

• Reactivity:

  Human

• Cross Reactivity:

  There is no detectable cross-reactivity with other relevant proteins.

• Immunogen:

  Expression system for standard: NS0; Immunogen sequence: A30-C660

• Tissue Specificity:

  Produced by normal skin fibroblasts. PEX is expressed in a number of tumors including gliomas, breast and prostate. .

• Applications:

  ELISA

• Standard:

  40 ng/tube

• Sample Type:

  cell culture supernatants, serum and plasma (heparin).

• Detection Range:

  625 pg/ml - 40,000 pg/ml

• Sensitivity:

  <10 pg/ml

• Function:

  Ubiquitinous metalloproteinase that is involved in diverse functions such as remodeling of the vasculature, angiogenesis, tissue repair, tumor invasion, inflammation, and atherosclerotic plaque rupture. As well as degrading extracellular matrix proteins, can also act on several nonmatrix proteins such as big endothelial 1 and beta-type CGRP promoting vasoconstriction. Also cleaves KISS at a Gly-|-Leu bond. Appears to have a role in myocardial cell death pathways. Contributes to myocardial oxidative stress by regulating the activity of GSK3beta. Cleaves GSK3beta in vitro. Involved in the formation of the fibrovascular tissues in association with MMP14.

• Components:

  Description|Quantity Pre-coated 96-well strip microplate|1 Standard|2 vials Biotinylated antibody (100x)|100ul Avidin-Biotin-Peroxidase Complex (100x)|100ul Sample Diluent|30ml Antibody Diluent|12ml Avidin-Biotin-Peroxidase Diluent|12ml Color Developing Reagent (TMB)|10ml Stop Solution|10ml Wash Buffer (25x)|20ml Adhesive plate sealers|4

• Storage Conditions:

  Store at 4℃ for 6 months, at -20℃ for 12 months. Avoid multiple freeze-thaw cycles (Ships with gel ice, can store for up to 3 days in room temperature. Freeze upon receiving.)

• Calculated Molecular Weight:

  73882 MW

• Specificity:

  Natural and recombinant human total MMP-2

• Subcellular Location:

  Isoform 1: Secreted, extracellular space, extracellular matrix. Membrane. Nucleus. Colocalizes with integrin alphaV/beta3 at the membrane surface in angiogenic blood vessels and melanomas. Found in mitochondria, along microfibrils, and in nuclei of cardiomyocytes.

• Sequence Similarities:

  Belongs to the peptidase M10A family.

• Protein Name:

  72 kDa type IV collagenase